# Genome sequence of Cetobacterium somerae ATCC BAA-474 isolated from human feces

**Authors:** Saisuki Putumbaka, Claire E. Barrow, Farris L. Poole, Michael W. W. Adams

PMC · DOI: 10.1128/mra.01196-24 · 2025-05-28

## TL;DR

This paper presents the complete genome sequence of Cetobacterium somerae, a bacterium found in human feces, to better understand its role in health.

## Contribution

The study provides a complete and improved genome sequence for Cetobacterium somerae ATCC BAA-474.

## Key findings

- The complete genome sequence of C. somerae ATCC BAA-474 was successfully determined.
- This improved sequence enhances the understanding of the bacterium's potential role in human and animal health.

## Abstract

Cetobacterium somerae ATCC BAA-474 was first isolated from human feces and is emerging as an important species for animal and human health. Here, we report the complete genome sequence of this strain of C. somerae to improve the currently available genome sequence.

## Linked entities

- **Species:** Cetobacterium somerae (taxon 188913), Homo sapiens (taxon 9606)

## Full-text entities

- **Species:** Homo sapiens (human, species) [taxon 9606], Cetobacterium somerae (species) [taxon 188913]

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Source: https://tomesphere.com/paper/PMC12243525